What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse Post Surgical Unit PRN position at USPI?
Welcome to Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas, Irving, TX, where innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care converge to create an exceptional workplace!
Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas is seeking a qualified PRN Post Surgical Unit/Med-Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse!
Day Shift Hours available: 7:00am-7:00pm
Night Shift Hours available: 7:00pm-7:00am
Registered Nurse Post Surgical Unit at Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas:
- Performs direct patient care within scope of RN practice and according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs, and according to physician’s orders.
- Responds quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.
- Identifies educational needs, implements and evaluates learning and documents patient / family education.
- Manages acute and chronic pain on all patients but especially post procedure or surgical patients to assist in alleviating suffering and improving healing.
- Delivers medication based upon continual assessment, safety, and evaluation of patient response.
- Responds to patients presenting to hospital with healthcare need and perform MSE follows policies and procedures for follow-up.
- Follows all documentation policies and procedures.
Why Choose Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas?
- A Powerhouse Collaboration: Our hospital is a joint venture between Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), United Surgical Partners International (USPI), and dedicated local physicians. This partnership ensures a dynamic and enriching environment for both patients and staff.
- Serving North Texas: Covering the expansive North Texas region, we provide a wide range of medical and surgical services across 7 Operating Rooms, 12 private inpatient rooms, and a 3-bed Emergency Department.
- Expert Specializations: Our hospital is a hub for expertise, specializing in Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Spine, Urology, General Surgery, ENT, and more. Our diverse range of specialties offers you the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference in patients' lives.
- A Legacy of Excellence: Established in 2003 as Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital, we've been serving the Dallas-Fort Worth communities for years. Our unwavering mission is to provide top-notch surgical care in a welcoming and safe environment – a place where we'd confidently treat our own families.
- Education & Compassionate Care: Our commitment to personalized health and wellness extends beyond medical procedures. We empower our staff to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements, treatments, and procedures, ensuring the best possible care for our patients and their families.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Experience the future of healthcare with our state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technology. From routine procedures to complex surgeries, we combine exceptional care with genuine compassion.
Join us at Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas and contribute to a legacy of excellence and innovation. Apply today to be a part of our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and their families. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!
Required Skills:
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
- Current Texas RN License
- Current BLS, must get ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire.
Required Experience:
Specific Job Experience:
- Two (2) years’ experience as an RN in a hospital telemetry or ICU Unit, preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge and skill level necessary to assess patient’s psychosocial, educational and physical needs, as well as the ability to address these needs in an age-appropriate manner in the pediatric, adolescent, adult and/ or geriatric patient population.
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
- Good organization habits.
- Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
- Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet needs of patients and unit.
- Experience with Electronic Healthcare Records